475102Retail sale of tailoring accessories and trimming materials
縫紉用輔件及飾料零售店
Why 6 digits?
HSIC subclasses are 6 digits. The first four match the international ISIC class; Hong Kong adds a two-digit local suffix for finer detail, especially across its import and export trade, so a code steps from a 4-digit class straight to a 6-digit subclass. More on the HSIC structure.
This activity involves the retail sale of various tailoring accessories and trimming materials used in garment making and alteration. It includes items such as buttons, lace, lining, sewing needles and thread, threads, and zippers.
This classification includes
- buttons, retail sale
- lace, retail sale
- lining, retail sale
- sewing needle and thread, retail sale
- threads, retail sale
- zippers, retail sale
Licences and approvals
What this activity needs to operate
No sector-specific licence applies to this activity. It can be set up as a standard Hong Kong company without extra regulatory approvals. Premises-based or product-based permits can still apply case by case; Emerhub confirms the exact position during scoping.
Offshore profits claim feasibility
LowThis activity involves retail sales of tailoring accessories, which are typically conducted within Hong Kong. The customers are primarily local, and the business relies on physical premises for operations, making it less feasible for offshore tax treatment.
Business registration wording
Suggested business nature for this activity
English
RETAIL SALE OF TAILORING ACCESSORIES AND TRIMMING
49/60 characters
Chinese 中文
縫紉用輔件及飾料零售
10/30 characters
Standard compliance
Compliance every Hong Kong company shares
Beyond anything specific to this activity, every Hong Kong company handles two-tiered profits tax, the annual return (Form NAR1) within 42 days of its incorporation anniversary, audited accounts, MPF enrolment for staff, and a company secretary. Emerhub runs all of it on your behalf.
See the full Hong Kong compliance calendarFrequently asked questions
Do I need a special license to sell tailoring accessories?
No special license is required for retailing tailoring accessories in Hong Kong. General business registration is sufficient.
Can I operate this business online?
Yes, you can operate online, but you must comply with local e-commerce regulations and ensure proper business registration.
What are the tax implications for this retail business?
Retail businesses in Hong Kong are subject to profits tax on income generated within the territory. Ensure proper accounting practices.
Incorporate in Hong Kong
Starting a retail sale of tailoring accessories and trimming materials business in Hong Kong?
Emerhub incorporates your company, registers the business nature above with the IRD, files every licence application, and runs your company secretary and compliance calendar. You provide the documents; Emerhub handles every government interaction.
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